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Our seagull of the month for March 2026 was photographed on a lovely, sunny day whilst taking a stroll in Hermitage Park. In the background you can see a few of the countless daffodils to be enjoyed around the town at this time of year.
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February’s seagull of the month was captured paddling gracefully in the calm shallows near Craigendoran. This one looks deep in thought – perhaps thinking of the warmer months ahead and hoping for an uptick in the better food to forage for.
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This seagull was captured gliding in the strong winds over Rhu Bay on the last day of January. We received a number of contenders this month but thought this one captured the gloomy conditions of the season perfectly! As soon as we overcome the current staff shortages, we’ll get the other Seagull of the Month […]
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This majestic seagull of the month was captured in the low sun of the winter solstice, up at Helensburgh Reservoir. Caught in full flight, this is a fine seagull to end the year on and we’re looking forward to many more high quality shots in 2026 and beyond!
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This stunning image of a seagull grooming itself was captured at the end of Helensburgh Pier on the last weekend in November, far away from the vibrant atmosphere in Colquhoun Square as Helensburgh’s Winter Fest’ unfolded. In the background you can just about make out the rusted façade of The Clyde Bar and the red […]
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October’s seagull of the month was captured through the trees at Kidston Park, perched upon a lamppost beside Rhu Road Lower. The dusky conditions silhouetted things nicely for this spooky Halloween shot.
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The days steadily got shorter through September and the temperatures dropped in a similar fashion. Still, there were some pleasant evening’s to be had as summer began to fade and you can’t beat the golden hour at this time of year. Our seagull of the month was spotted gliding in for a splash landing in […]
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This month’s seagull was captured floating by the foreshore, periodically dipping its head under the water as it scavenged. The River Clyde was quite still at high tide, causing ripples to radiate with every move the ‘gull might make.
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This month’s seagull was captured through the fading blossom of a tree on Argyle Street in late April. Such a shame that the beautiful blossom doesn’t hang around for long but at least our seagulls are ever-present.
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Blessed with a beautifully sunny day on the last weekend of March, local photographer Julia M took this fine selection of pictures of a seagull strutting about in front of some lovely daffodils in the square on Mother’s Day .
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